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Huntington Bank Stadium Entry Rules: Bags, Water and Food
Checked Source: Gopher football gameday FAQ (gophersports.com, opens in a new tab)Verified by BC
Short answer
Huntington Bank Stadium allows clear bags up to 12 by 6 by 12 inches, one-gallon clear bags and small bags up to 4.5 by 6.5 inches. An empty clear plastic bottle is allowed, but outside food and drink, coolers, umbrellas, strollers, laptops and tablets are banned. A free bag check is in The Barn lobby, and there is no re-entry.
Every rule at Huntington Bank Stadium
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Bag policy in detail
The clear bag policy applies to all events. Allowed are clear plastic, vinyl or tote bags up to 12 x 6 x 12 inches, one-gallon resealable clear bags, and small bags up to 4.5 x 6.5 inches. Bags needed for medical purposes are screened by the gate supervisor and tagged. Only clear bags within the size limits, one-gallon clear bags and small bags are allowed in. Small bags that do not exceed 4.5 x 6.5 inches are allowed.
- Bag: Clear 12 x 6 x 12 in, 1-gallon bag or small bag
- Backpack: Only as a clear bag in the size limit
- Water bottle: One empty clear plastic bottle
- Outside food: Not allowed
Food and drink
Cans, bottles and thermoses are prohibited, but fans may bring an empty clear plastic bottle. Water fountains are available inside. Outside food and drinks are on the prohibited items list. Coolers of any kind, including small soft packs, are prohibited.
Cameras and electronics
Cameras with lenses over six inches long, camcorders and tripods are prohibited. Cameras with lenses over six inches long are prohibited. Camcorders, tripods and selfie sticks are prohibited. Laptops, iPads, tablets, video cameras and other large electronic devices are prohibited. Laptops, iPads, tablets, video cameras and other large electronic devices are prohibited. The pages do not mention drones and power banks.
Strollers and family items
Strollers are on the prohibited items list. Bags needed for medical purposes are allowed. The gate supervisor screens the bag and tags it with a medical tag.
Umbrellas, blankets and comfort items
Umbrellas are on the prohibited items list. Externally powered heated blankets are prohibited. Heated blankets, jackets and cushions powered by an enclosed battery are allowed after checking. Soft seat cushions less than 2 inches thick and without framing are permitted. Chairbacks with metal frames, or that attach to benches, are not.
Signs, flags and fan items
Banners or signs larger than 24 x 36 inches and offensive or profane signage are prohibited. Sticks, selfie sticks and flag poles are prohibited. The pages do not mention binoculars.
Medical needs and accessibility
The pages describe no separate medical bag process, so ask the venue before the event if you need to bring medical items.
Security screening and arrival
Gopher Athletics uses open gate magnetometers, and fans do not need to remove phones or keys. All fans and items are screened at entry.
Bag storage and lockers
A free bag check is in the University Avenue lobby of The Barn. It opens two and a half hours before kickoff and stays open until about an hour after the game.
Football games and other events
The clear bag policy is enforced for all events at the stadium. The FAQ is written for football, so check the event page for other dates.
Prohibited items
From the official entry page. Staff can also refuse anything they decide could affect safety.
- Outside food
- Coolers
- Tripods
- Laptops
- Tablets
- Umbrellas
- Strollers
- Aerosol cans
- Balls and balloons
- Boxes and wrapped gifts
- Fireworks and illegal drugs
- Laser pointers and noisemaking devices
- Pepper spray, tobacco and smoking devices
- Weapons
Questions about Huntington Bank Stadium
The clear bag policy applies to all events. Allowed are clear plastic, vinyl or tote bags up to 12 x 6 x 12 inches, one-gallon resealable clear bags, and small bags up to 4.5 x 6.5 inches. Bags needed for medical purposes are screened by the gate supervisor and tagged.
Only clear bags within the size limits, one-gallon clear bags and small bags are allowed in.
Cans, bottles and thermoses are prohibited, but fans may bring an empty clear plastic bottle. Water fountains are available inside.
Outside food and drinks are on the prohibited items list.
Coolers of any kind, including small soft packs, are prohibited.
Strollers are on the prohibited items list.
Sources
- Gopher Football Gameday FAQ | Huntington Bank Stadium (opens in a new tab)
gophersports.com, read
Checked on October 4, 2026 against the sources above. Venues can change rules without notice, and rules can differ by event. Confirm with the venue for your date. Next review: October 18, 2026.
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